Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
11. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
12. Remove water pump pulley bolts and pulley.
13. Remove the Thermostat bypass pipe.
14. Remove the lower radiator hose to coolant outlet housing.
15. Remove the upper front cover bolts (2).
16. Remove the front cover.
17. Remove the front cover oil seal.
18. Clean the mating surfaces of the following items:
18.1. The front cover
18.2. The oil pan
18.3. The cylinder block
19. Clean the sealing surfaces using degreaser.
Installation Procedure
Important: Do not damage the sealing surfaces.
1. Install the front cover gasket.
2. Install the front cover oil seal.
3. Place the front cover on the engine.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the upper 2 front cover bolts (2).
Tighten the front cover (upper) bolts to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the lower radiator hose to coolant housing.
6. Install the thermostat bypass pipe.
7. Raise the vehicle.
8. Install the front cover (lower) bolts (1).
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Tighten the front cover (small) bolts (1) to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
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Tighten the front cover (large) bolts (2) to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
